Server Assistant
Location: Niku X | Manhattan, New York | Full-Time / Part-Time
About Niku X:
Niku X is a modern Japanese steakhouse where tradition meets innovation. Located in the heart of Manhattan, we deliver a dynamic, luxurious dining experience showcasing premium wagyu beef, artful presentation, and impeccable service. Our team is composed of dedicated hospitality professionals who understand that true excellence lies in the smallest details.
Position Overview:
As a Server Assistant (Busser/Food Runner) at Niku X, you are essential to delivering a seamless, elevated guest experience. You are the bridge between the kitchen and the dining room — ensuring precision in timing, presentation, and hospitality. Every movement you make supports the larger choreography of a flawless service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver dishes from the kitchen to guests with grace and precision, articulating dish components when necessary.
- Support servers by clearing, resetting, and maintaining tables throughout service, ensuring an immaculate dining environment.
- Assist in managing table maintenance — water service, bread service, and other guest requests — with an anticipatory, detail-oriented approach.
- Maintain organization and cleanliness in all service areas, including expo and back stations.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with both front-of-house and back-of-house teams to ensure smooth service flow.
- Uphold Niku X’s standards for timing, table presentation, and guest engagement.
- Follow all safety, sanitation, and allergen protocols with absolute diligence.
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in fine dining or upscale hospitality environments preferred.
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to supporting the entire service team.
- Ability to work quickly, efficiently, and calmly under pressure.
- A polished, professional demeanor and attention to the finer points of guest interaction.
- Ability to lift, carry, and balance heavy trays and move swiftly through a high-volume dining room.
- A genuine passion for hospitality, excellence, and personal growth.
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly wage + tip share.
- Staff meal provided daily.
- Employee dining discounts at Niku X and affiliated restaurants.
- Opportunities for professional development and internal promotion.
- A respectful, supportive, high-performance workplace culture in one of Manhattan’s most celebrated dining rooms.
